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Excellent True Midge
Stock Number  ACFTM02

Name:   True Midge (Chironomidae)
Age:  Eocene
Formation:  Amber Deposits
Location:  Russia
Size:  Amber piece is 1.15

This is an excellent insect in Baltic Amber. It is a True Midge (Chironomidae) from Russia. This midge is trapped in a LARGE nugget of amber. The midge is easily seen in the center of the amber piece. The pose is great - the midge looks like it is flying away. This is a beautiful specimen of an insect in amber (close-up photo is included).


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